Green Certification Pathway Development for Urbaneco Homes

Open Opened on August 16, 2025
Main contact
Urbaneco Homes
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Barry Gibbs
He / Him
President
(14)
4
Project
120 hours per learner
Learner
Anywhere
Advanced level

Project scope

Categories
Architecture & design Environmental sustainability Project management
Skills
environmental science green building sustainable business project management comparative analysis sustainable architecture management research
Details

Urbaneco Homes is committed to enhancing its sustainability practices and aims to establish a Green Certification Pathway for its residential projects. The goal of this project is to research and develop a comprehensive pathway that aligns with existing green building standards and certifications, such as LEED or BREEAM. The project will involve analyzing current sustainable building practices, identifying key criteria for certification, and proposing a structured pathway that Urbaneco Homes can implement to achieve green certification for its future developments. This initiative will help Urbaneco Homes demonstrate its commitment to environmental responsibility and attract eco-conscious consumers. The project will require the application of knowledge in sustainable architecture, environmental science, and project management.

Deliverables

The deliverables for this project will include a detailed report outlining the proposed Green Certification Pathway, including criteria and steps for implementation. Additionally, a presentation summarizing the key findings and recommendations will be prepared for Urbaneco Homes' management team. The project will also provide a comparative analysis of different green certification standards to support the proposed pathway.

Mentorship
Domain expertise and knowledge

Providing specialized knowledge in the project subject area, with industry context.

Skills, knowledge and expertise

Sharing knowledge in specific technical skills, techniques, methodologies required for the project.

Hands-on support

Direct involvement in project tasks, offering guidance, and demonstrating techniques.

Tools and/or resources

Providing access to necessary tools, software, and resources required for project completion.

Regular meetings

Scheduled check-ins to discuss progress, address challenges, and provide feedback.

Supported causes

The global challenges this project addresses, aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Learn more about all 17 SDGs here.

Decent work and economic growth

About the company

Company
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
11 - 50 employees
Real estate
Representation
BIPOC-Owned Community-Focused Family-Owned Minority-Owned Small Business
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Urbaneco Homes is a modern residential construction company based in the Greater Toronto Area, focused on delivering high-quality, eco-conscious building solutions for today’s homeowners. We specialize in custom home builds, renovations, and conversions, with a growing commitment to sustainable materials, energy efficiency, and long-term value for our clients.

Our mission is to build homes that reflect the future—balancing design, durability, and environmental responsibility. Whether it's converting existing properties into beautiful multi-unit spaces or bringing new builds to life from the ground up, Urbaneco brings a fresh, organized, and transparent approach to construction.

As a new and growing company, Urbaneco is backed by a strong foundation in project management, site execution, and emerging green building practices. We are actively building out our internal systems, trade partnerships, and marketing strategies to scale sustainably and serve a wide range of residential clients across the GTA.

Urbaneco is also exploring joint ventures and strategic partnerships that allow us to integrate construction with financing, development planning, and real estate services—offering full-circle solutions for both investors and homeowners.